The Slap
The Slap
TV-14 | 12 February 2015 (USA)
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    Protraph

    Lack of good storyline.

    Tedfoldol

    everything you have heard about this movie is true.

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    FrogGlace

    In other words,this film is a surreal ride.

    Payno

    I think this is a new genre that they're all sort of working their way through it and haven't got all the kinks worked out yet but it's a genre that works for me.

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    jabandrade

    Great show , underestimated in the ratings, and perhaps by the rush of people. I think there are people who give rate without watch all the episodes. Real, nervous at times , intriguing in other, great actors, real-world characters, dedicated direction. A show that captivates you and puts you inside.Furthermore it has the wonderful Uma Thurman, one of the most beautiful actresses I've ever seen on this planet. But who really surprising is Zachary Quinto. A dynamo as the unstable Greek. But all cast is correct . I would give 7.5 but as don't have this option, I gave 8 . Watch without expectations. You'll be surprised. A pity that did not guarantee a 2nd season. I think people prefer to think little .

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    phd_travel

    At a birthday party a hot tempered guy slaps someone else's kid. The family and friends involved line up on different sides as the incident snowballs. The kid was tearing up flowers and swinging his bat around dangerously. His parents didn't really keep him in check. So the questions are did he deserve to be slapped at all and if so by someone other than his parents? It's interesting because there are some out of control kids these days - so what is the proper way to deal with them and who is going to do it if the parents do not. Is physical discipline right or wrong? Each episode is from a different character's POV and has a different feel. So it depends whether you find that week's character interesting. Don't really care for Hector's (Peter Sarsgaard) character. Seems a bit slimy and unlikeable. Anouk (Uma Thurman) as a single friend was more interesting. So was Manolis (Brian Cox) the patriarch. Harry (Zachary Quinto) as the A type slapper was quite interesting too and he is quite convincing in his role. The baby sitter Connie was a bit of a drag.Overall worth a watch to see how it pans out by there are some not so good episodes that may cause you to lose interest.

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    gabrielacanchola

    I am glad to finally find a show that lets you think for yourself, challenging the lazy depiction of good guy vs. bad guy that the media relies on for ratings. I love how none of the characters are completely good or completely bad, completely wrong or completely right. They simply are. When a child gets slapped, you both have reason to applaud the man for doing what I know I've wanted to do many a times to an unruly, undisciplined child at the grocery store and to condemn him - he obviously does have anger issues. While he is clearly wrong, he is in many ways, completely right. I think this show will bring out our preconceived biases. It will be easy to jump to conclusions and make assumptions about the characters based on our own internal values. You will find yourself rooting for the character you want to believe in most, and then disappointed in them - challenging those little biases and beliefs we love to cling to. Most shows tell you who is good and bad, forcing you to accept their notion of right and wrong. But, what if life is more complicated, more messy and simply not black and white? This show is for the intellectual, I think. Those who find comfort in the bad guy just being the bad guy and the good guy just being the good guy... this show will only leave you confused and uncomfortable. If you like to hear every side of an issue - and are open to experiencing other perspectives than your own - you will find this show wildly engaging. Also, while a bit dramatic, the acting is suburb.

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    jwebert

    First and foremost I have to say that I am so relieved and thrilled to see a show thats not about the Police/Detectives and/or Doctors! Enough already; those types of shows are so boring... I like the idea of this show and I also like the controversy it brings. This type of subject is so personal and a hot-topic issue for so many people. I can see both sides. I don't have kids, I have dogs and I wouldn't let a anyone hit or kick them on the other hand if one of my dogs bit someone I would fully expect them to protect themselves. So thats the struggle and I think it will be fun to watch this cast navigate this and take sides. Both my husband and I enjoyed the first episode and will be watching the second episode tonight. I have high hopes for this show and again I can't stress enough...thank you writes/producers/actors for coming up with a fresh idea and one that is controversial.

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